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What are your thoughts on Khiry Robinson as a regular option at running back for the New Orleans Saints?

Khiry Robinson: New Oreans Saints vs. New England Patriots

New Orleans Saints running back Khiry Robinson (29) gets tripped up on a run during action between the New Orleans Saints and the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, MA, Sunday, October 1330, 2013.
(Photo by Ted Jackson, Nola.com | The Times-Picayune)

The New Orleans Saints rushing attack has been almost non-existent this season, but rookie running back Khiry Robinson came in during the second half of Sunday's loss to New England to infuse a spark.

Robinson, whose opportunities have increased with Mark Ingram out with a turf toe injury, saw his most extensive action in the second half Sunday. He scored his first NFL touchdown on a three-yard sprint in the third quarter to tie the game.

Then in the fourth quarter, his 20-yard run helped set up the Saints go-ahead touchdown. Robinson finished with a team-high 53 rushing yards and a touchdown on seven carries, averaging 7.6 yards per carry against the Patriots.

"He's been explosive. He's been tough," Saints coach Sean Payton said. "He's been hard-nosed and we will continue to look at his snaps and evaluate how he fits in each game plan."

Pierre Thomas certainly seems to be more of complete back at this point and Darren Sproles remains one of the best third-down backs in the NFL, but what are your thoughts on Robinson as the full-time back running back going forward?